Vice President Kashim Shettima has declared that the era of economic volatility and uncertainty in Nigeria is over, crediting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold reforms for restoring stability and investor confidence. Speaking in Abuja at the opening ceremony of the Digital Nigeria International Conference and Exhibition 2025, Shettima said the administration’s reforms were stabilising the

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Gossy Ukanwoke, Chief Executive Officer of BetKing and Managing Director of KingMakers, has called for stronger investment in talent development and digital literacy to prepare Nigeria’s workforce for the Future of Work. Ukanwoke made the call while speaking at the 2025 Technology and Innovation Summit organised by the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion

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Ibadan, Oyo State – Seaman’s Schnapps, Nigeria’s leading prayer drink, has reaffirmed its commitment to grassroots empowerment as a co-sponsor of the Nigerian Artisans and Technicians Conference (NATCO) 2025 in Ibadan. The event recognized and rewarded six outstanding artisans across three key skill categories. Following a rigorous screening and interview process, the winners were: NATCO

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The Nigeria Union of Private Cab Operators (NUPCO) has been advised to avoid partisan politics and prioritize the welfare of its members. The call came during the presentation of the union’s certificate of registration in Lagos. Rufus Olusesan, President of Precision Electrical and Related Equipment Senior Staff Association, urged NUPCO to resist policies that could

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The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) has urged the Federal Government to postpone the proposed 15 per cent import tariff on petrol and diesel, warning that immediate implementation could spike pump prices and worsen economic hardship. Speaking in Abuja, PAACA Executive Director, Ezenwa Nwagwu, said domestic refining capacity is not yet sufficient

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The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has assured that the Ministry of Defence and the Military High Command will protect every soldier performing lawful duties. Speaking during a press conference on the Armed Forces Remembrance Celebration and Remembrance Day 2026 at the National Defence College, Abuja, Badaru emphasized the commitment of the ministry to uphold

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In a move to inspire and equip the next generation of innovators, the Nasir Giwa Mentorship (NGM) platform hosted its fourth annual youth conference, themed “Bold Ideas, Fearless Execution.” The event brought together thousands of students, young professionals, and industry leaders from across Nigeria to share insights on innovation, leadership, and career development. Turning Ideas

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians that the government’s reforms across sectors, particularly in the technology ecosystem, are yielding significant economic impact and boosting investor confidence. Shettima made the remarks at the Digital Nigeria International Conference and Exhibition (DNICE 2025), organized by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). The three-day event carried the

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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Port and Terminal Multiservices Limited (PTML) Command, Lagos, has intercepted a massive 1,000kg cocaine consignment valued at N29.4 billion, smuggled from Freetown, Sierra Leone. The seizure, described as one of the most mysterious in Nigeria’s maritime history, was handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further

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The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Oyo State chapter, has applauded the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, for his 2025 mega empowerment and economic support programme, describing him as a promise keeper and a true friend of farmers. AFAN noted that the Minister’s continuous commitment to uplifting the masses—especially farmers across Oyo State

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